Average Speed Competition

Death Valley

360 points

Nissan 350Z

In the special stage, the teams have to pass a defined course while maintaining a given average speed. Within this course there are two sub-sections. In each sub-section there is a different specified average speed. The length of the whole course, as well as the length of the sub-sections, is not mentioned in the road book. Each team can use a watch for this special stage, but no GPS-device. On the whole course there are several hidden checkpoints. The time when the team passes the checkpoint will be recorded. The special stage takes place on public roads. Possible obstacles have to be taken into consideration. The U.S. Road Traffic Act is valid at any time. The specified average speed has to be kept during the whole special stage. Stopping for the purpose of waiting is strictly forbidden during the whole special stage. Doing this will be cause for disqualification.

Standard demands for PSR-tires, traction, grip, lateral stability, braking performance under dry and wet conditions, aquaplaning resistance.

Driving experience, teamwork, performance under stress, timing, feeling for speed, follow the instructions of the co-driver (have blind confidence in the team partner).

Navigating the driver according to the road book under rally conditions, accurate commands.

Target is to pass the special stage by maintaining the specified average speed at all times; the time will be recorded at the hidden checkpoints; points will be given according to the order of rank (by closest to the target time).